Bears Rookie Kyle Monangai Impresses in NFL Preseason Debut Against Dolphins

Rookie running back Kyle Monangai made a strong NFL debut for the Chicago Bears during their preseason tie against the Miami Dolphins, showcasing toughness, vision, and effective yardage after contact. Monangai led the Bears in rushing with six carries for 30 yards, averaging five yards per carry, and demonstrated a bruising running style that impressed head coach Ben Johnson and teammates. Despite not being heavily involved in the passing game during his debut, Monangai's ability to run through tackles and secure the ball without fumbles stood out, reflecting his solid college performance at Rutgers. The Bears, under new head coach Ben Johnson, appear to be developing a two-back system with incumbent starter D'Andre Swift and Monangai complementing each other’s skill sets. Monangai’s potential role is expected to be as a short-yardage and third-down back, with competition from other running backs like DeAndre Swift and Roschon Johnson for the final roster spots. He will have further opportunities to prove himself in upcoming preseason games as the Bears finalize their roster.